Nintendo fans received another exciting update today as a detailed overview trailer for Super Mario Bros.
Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup In Bellabel Park dropped, showcasing a host of new features, characters, and engaging boss encounters for the highly anticipated title.
But while the spotlight was on the game’s latest content, attentive viewers may have noticed a subtle but memorable nod to another beloved Nintendo franchise: Pikmin 4. At approximately the 3:17 mark in the trailer, a keen eye will spot two Glow Pikmin from Pikmin 4 discreetly positioned in the background of the Light Switch Mansion area.
Their presence marks the first confirmed appearance of Glow Pikmin in the Super Mario Bros.
Wonder series, setting this Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive apart from its predecessor on the original hardware. Super Mario Bros.
Wonder, the flagship platformer developed in-house by Nintendo, has long maintained a sense of universe cohesion for its cast of Mario characters.
This is largely in line with comments made by legendary Nintendo designer Shigeru Miyamoto, who affirmed to IGN in 2023 that, generally, characters such as Mario or those from Splatoon remain within their respective game universes, stating, "Mario needs to stay in the Mario universe, or Splatoon needs to stay in Splatoon, and we don't use different characters in the same place." However, Miyamoto acknowledged Pikmin as a special exception, noting that Pikmin "have this kind of unwritten rule where they're okay to appear with other characters." Nintendo’s openness toward Pikmin crossovers is not unprecedented.
The iconic plant-like creatures have previously featured in Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour and appeared as Mii costumes in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, displaying a tradition of playful cameos across major Nintendo titles.
The inclusion of the Glow Pikmin in Super Mario Bros.
Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition continues this tradition, giving dedicated fans another delightful Easter egg and a fresh incentive to explore the new game’s environments and secrets. Super Mario Bros.
Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is poised to further expand the celebrated platformer series on Nintendo’s next-generation console, with exclusive content, enhanced visuals, and broader multiplayer experiences.
Pikmin 4, released in July 2023 to widespread acclaim, remains a standout among Nintendo’s recent first-party titles.
As both titles continue to engage global audiences via the Nintendo eShop and beyond, cameos such as these underscore Nintendo’s commitment to both innovation and fan service. As players journey through Bellabel Park and new areas like Light Switch Mansion, the discovery of hidden Pikmin celebrates the synergy between Nintendo’s diverse franchises, reminding fans why these worlds remain endlessly enchanting for generations of gamers.
Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup In Bellabel Park dropped, showcasing a host of new features, characters, and engaging boss encounters for the highly anticipated title.
But while the spotlight was on the game’s latest content, attentive viewers may have noticed a subtle but memorable nod to another beloved Nintendo franchise: Pikmin 4. At approximately the 3:17 mark in the trailer, a keen eye will spot two Glow Pikmin from Pikmin 4 discreetly positioned in the background of the Light Switch Mansion area.
Their presence marks the first confirmed appearance of Glow Pikmin in the Super Mario Bros.
Wonder series, setting this Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive apart from its predecessor on the original hardware. Super Mario Bros.
Wonder, the flagship platformer developed in-house by Nintendo, has long maintained a sense of universe cohesion for its cast of Mario characters.
This is largely in line with comments made by legendary Nintendo designer Shigeru Miyamoto, who affirmed to IGN in 2023 that, generally, characters such as Mario or those from Splatoon remain within their respective game universes, stating, "Mario needs to stay in the Mario universe, or Splatoon needs to stay in Splatoon, and we don't use different characters in the same place." However, Miyamoto acknowledged Pikmin as a special exception, noting that Pikmin "have this kind of unwritten rule where they're okay to appear with other characters." Nintendo’s openness toward Pikmin crossovers is not unprecedented.
The iconic plant-like creatures have previously featured in Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour and appeared as Mii costumes in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, displaying a tradition of playful cameos across major Nintendo titles.
The inclusion of the Glow Pikmin in Super Mario Bros.
Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition continues this tradition, giving dedicated fans another delightful Easter egg and a fresh incentive to explore the new game’s environments and secrets. Super Mario Bros.
Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is poised to further expand the celebrated platformer series on Nintendo’s next-generation console, with exclusive content, enhanced visuals, and broader multiplayer experiences.
Pikmin 4, released in July 2023 to widespread acclaim, remains a standout among Nintendo’s recent first-party titles.
As both titles continue to engage global audiences via the Nintendo eShop and beyond, cameos such as these underscore Nintendo’s commitment to both innovation and fan service. As players journey through Bellabel Park and new areas like Light Switch Mansion, the discovery of hidden Pikmin celebrates the synergy between Nintendo’s diverse franchises, reminding fans why these worlds remain endlessly enchanting for generations of gamers.
